The Evolution of ESG reporting

At the turn of the millennium, a pivotal shift occurred in the corporate landscape, introducing the FTSE4Good index and reshaping the way companies approached sustainability.

Redefining Corporate Sustainability: The FTSE4Good Index and Beyond

 

Around the millennium, the introduction of the FTSE4Good index triggered a significant transformation in how businesses approached sustainability. Companies joining this index committed to assessing and reporting their sustainability performance, recognizing that this wasn’t just about public relations. The shift highlighted that sustainable practices directly influenced not only reputation but also share prices, revealing a new era where responsible business had financial implications.

 

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Why the PDF remains the go-to choice for global capital markets

In the age of digital transformation, the traditional PDF annual and sustainability report may seem like a relic of the past. However, it's crucial to recognise that the reports are not just about numbers; they are valuable marketing and brand building tools. For this reason, using InDesign as the foundation to create a PDF is still the most stable and flexible approach to achieve this.

Mastering your CSRD and ESG Reporting: Join CtrlPrint at Edie 25

As regulatory requirements for corporate reporting continue to evolve, businesses across the UK and EU are facing increased scrutiny over how they present their sustainability and financial data. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is reshaping the landscape, making it more important than ever for companies to adopt best practices in digital filing which ensures ESG (Environmental, Sustainability and Governance) and financial information is machine-readable, key metrics standardised and accessible to investors.

What is CSRD and sustainability reporting?

CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) is a regulatory framework introduced by the European Union (EU) to improve and expand sustainability reporting requirements for companies operating within the EU. It replaces and builds on the earlier Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD).